The Hidden Costs of Narrow Networks—and a Better Way Forward
About this episode
Dr. John and Patient Advocate Kia Baker discuss the drawbacks of traditional healthcare networks and the benefits of an open access network model.
In this episode, Dr. John and Patient Advocate Kia Baker discuss the often-overlooked drawbacks of traditional healthcare networks—limited provider access, unexpected out-of-network charges, and rising costs that can catch employers and members off guard. They contrast these challenges with the advantages of an open access network model, which offers greater flexibility, broader provider choice, and more effective cost containment. Tune in to learn how rethinking your network strategy can lea...
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Host: Dr. John McCormick
Guest: Kia Baker
Topics covered
- healthcare networks
- provider access
- cost containment
- patient advocacy
- healthcare costs
Keywords
- narrow networks
- healthcare costs
- provider choice
- out-of-network charges
- network strategy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: traditional healthcare networks, open access network model
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